My wife started collecting Social Security at age 65, but it’s a tiny amount. I am planning on retiring in two years at 65 (67 is my full retirement age). Can my wife collect spousal benefits of 50% ...

Millions of Americans rely on Social Security for most or all of their retirement income. Unfortunately, not everyone has a sufficient career earnings record to qualify for a worthwhile benefit.

Your benefit will be about one-half of your spouse’s at their full retirement age (provided they wait until then). You generally can’t file for spousal benefits until your spouse has already filed for ...